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FETTERMAN TO THE RESCUE: Mullin Clears Committee for DHS Nomination Despite Paul's No

Paul opposed Mullin’s nomination, but the committee advanced it despite his vote.

FETTERMAN TO THE RESCUE: Mullin Clears Committee for DHS Nomination Despite Paul's No
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This article1 analysis · Oct 8, 2026
Mar 19, 2026
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John Fetterman joined Republicans on the Senate Homeland Security Committee to advance Markwayne Mullin’s nomination, overcoming committee chair Rand Paul’s opposition. The 8-7 vote moved Mullin closer to a full Senate vote.

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Rand Paul
R · KY · SEN

Senator and committee chair who voted against Mullin’s nomination

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John Fetterman
D · PA · SEN

Senator whose committee vote helped advance Mullin’s nomination

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Markwayne Mullin
Secretary of Homeland Security

Senator nominated to be Secretary of Homeland Security

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President who nominated Mullin

John Thune
R · SD · SEN

Senate majority leader who discussed the timing of a floor vote

Gary C. Peters
D · MI · SEN

Senator and committee Democrat who opposed Mullin’s nomination

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Rand Paul Opposes Markwayne Mullin's DHS Nomination

Markwayne Mullin appeared at a Senate confirmation hearing for DHS secretary, where Rand Paul was involved in disputes over the proceedings. Center outlets focus on Paul's challenge to Mullin's temperament and his opposition over the nominee's past comments, alongside the committee's vote to advance the nomination. Right-leaning outlets center on Paul's reported blocking of Katie Britt's introduction and the resulting intra-party criticism.

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